How to make it

Preheat oven to 350oF/180oC. Generously butter an ovenproof baking dish large enough to hold oysters in one layer.

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a 6 to 8-inch skillet. When foam subsides, add breadcrumbs and garlic; toss in butter until crisp and golden. Remove from heat; stir in parsley. (Can be prepared ahead) Spread 2/3 cups of breadcrumb mixture in bottom of baking dish and top with oysters.

Mix remaining breadcrumbs with parmesan cheese and spread over oysters; top with butter pieces. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crumbs are golden and juices are bubbling.